Toyota Yaris News

The Japanese auto giant is raising base prices of both the 2008 Yaris sedan and 2009 Camry by $200 to $12,425 and $18,920, respectively. via Boston Herald

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“The operating profit forecast for this year is way below what the market expected”

TOKYO: Toyota Motor Corp posted a bigger-than-expected 28% drop in quarterly net profit due to a stronger yen and sliding US sales, and forecast its first annual profit decline in seven years. via Gulf Times

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“Acceleration is the greatest factor wasting energy, gas and polluting. But in most traffic situations accelerating isn't going to get you there any faster.”

Those worried about ballooning gas prices can whittle their weight, keep their tires properly inflated and avoid long idles. via National Post

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“In the mid-size SUVs, you start giving up overall mileage, particularly if you're not going with a hybrid”

As gas prices continue to rise, drivers are increasingly looking for cars with good mileage. via WMUR-TV Manchester

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“The main reason the Yaris outsold the Corolla last month was that we ran out of stock on the Corolla. The shipment we just received was presold before they arrived. I ordered an additional five units for this month to fill the current demand”

The upstart entry level Toyota Yaris outsold the more established Toyota Corolla last month, according to the latest report from the Commonwealth Auto Dealers Association. via Saipan Tribune

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Torrance, CA - Toyota Motor Sales , U.S.A., Inc., announced new manufacturer's suggested retail prices today for certain Toyota and Lexus vehicles, effective mid- to late May 2008. via Automotive

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“You start it up and you can't hear it”

As gas prices continue rising so do the number of owners who are trading in their large trucks for smaller, gas-friendly automobiles, says one local car dealer. via The Daily Advance

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More specifically, the base MSRP for 2008 Yaris sedan is now $12,425 while the liftback model will list a new base MSRP of $11,550 . The 2008 Prius will carry a MSRP of $21,500 . -Continued The 2008 Camry ... via Carscoop

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W hether they are purchasing or leasing a new or used vehicle, more and more consumers are considering the option of going green and fuel efficient for their next purchase. via Road and Travel

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“Special thanks should go to all the production sites involved, Cairo Montenotte (Italy), Frankfurt, Gifhorn, Jicin (Czech Republic), Mechelen (Belgium), Manila (Philippines), Rheinbollen and Vezprem (Hungary)”

Toyota Motor Europe awarded its highest supplier recognition for a superior quality braking system and outstanding management performance to Continental's Chassis & Safety Division on April 17, 2008. via The Auto Channel

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